Opening of the Tech4life 2023 exhibition and conference.

This event aims to celebrate National Digital Transformation Day and introduce technology products and smart solutions that serve digital transformation and smarten life.

Tech4Life 2023 took place on October 4th and 5th at Tan Son Nhat - Pavillon (Hoang Van Thu Street, Phu Nhuan District), including thematic workshops with leading IT experts offering initiatives and suggestions to promote the digital economy and digital society in Ho Chi Minh City.

In addition, the exhibition area includes more than 60 booths from 50 IT businesses nationwide, showcasing the latest smart technology products and solutions, including: BKAV's digital signature service, the 1022 information reception and response portal, smart camera systems, etc.

Triễn lãm Tech4Life 2023 diễn ra trong ngày 4 và 5-10 với hơn 60 gian hàng đến từ 50 doanh nghiệp CNTT trên cả nước. Ảnh: BÙI TUẤN ảnh 2

The Tech4Life 2023 exhibition took place on October 4th and 5th with over 60 booths from 50 IT companies nationwide. Photo: BUI TUAN

In his opening remarks, Mr. Lam Dinh Thang, Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Information and Communications, stated that Tech4Life 2023 is an opportunity to introduce new technology products and serves as a bridge connecting government agencies, businesses, and experts.

The number of businesses participating in Tech4Life this year has tripled compared to 2022, and the conference content has expanded. Mr. Lam Dinh Thang hopes the event will provide people and businesses with a lot of useful information about digital transformation and new technologies.

"At the same time, through this, the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Information and Communications hopes to receive feedback and suggestions from experts, scientists , and citizens for the digital transformation work in Ho Chi Minh City in the coming time," the Director of the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Information and Communications shared.

Ông Lâm Đình Thắng, Giám đốc Sở TT-TT TPHCM phát biểu khai mạc sự kiện Tech4Life 2023 Ảnh: CAO THĂNG ảnh 3

Mr. Lam Dinh Thang, Director of the Department of Information and Communications of Ho Chi Minh City, delivered the opening speech at the Tech4Life 2023 event. Photo: CAO THANG

According to the Vietnam Business White Paper 2022 published by the Ministry of Planning and Investment, by the end of 2021, there were approximately 857,500 businesses nationwide, with Ho Chi Minh City alone accounting for 268,400 businesses, representing 31.3% of the total number of businesses nationwide, including 7,000 telecommunications businesses.

In 2022, the digital economy in Ho Chi Minh City contributed an estimated VND 1,479,227 billion (about 19%) to the city's GRDP. The city aims to achieve a digital economy share of 25% by 2025 and 40% by 2030 – 5-10% higher than the national target – to continue being the leading economic engine of the country.

By 2030, Ho Chi Minh City aims to become a smart city with fundamental and comprehensive innovation in the operation of its digital government apparatus, digital businesses, and digital society.

In particular, Ho Chi Minh City is aiming to become the healthcare hub of the ASEAN region with a healthcare ecosystem of 6,000 medical facilities. It strives to develop remote healthcare services, apply AI in diagnosis and treatment, and develop efficient and modern hospitals and care facilities.

Phó Chủ tịch UBND TPHCM Dương Anh Đức tham quan các gian hàng giới thiệu sản phẩm chuyển đổi số. Ảnh: CAO THĂNG ảnh 4

Vice Chairman of Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee Duong Anh Duc visits booths showcasing digital transformation products. Photo: CAO THANG

At the event, Vice Chairman of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee Duong Anh Duc requested the Ho Chi Minh City Department of Information and Communications to coordinate with other departments, agencies, and localities to strengthen support for people and businesses in the digital transformation process, in order to promote the city's digital economy. In addition, he urged increased communication and awareness campaigns about the role and benefits of digital transformation and the application of technology to improve people's lives.

Phó Chủ tịch UBND TPHCM Dương Anh Đức phát biểu tại sự kiện. Ảnh: CAO THĂNG ảnh 5

Vice Chairman of Ho Chi Minh City People's Committee Duong Anh Duc speaks at the event. Photo: CAO THANG

According to Mr. Duong Anh Duc, digital transformation is a long-term process that requires the efforts and cooperation of the entire political system, businesses, and people. Hopefully, with the joint efforts of all levels of government, businesses, and people, Ho Chi Minh City will soon become a smart city, a pioneer in national digital transformation.

Currently, Ho Chi Minh City is focusing on building three groups of data: data on citizens, financial and business data, and land and urban data. Simultaneously, it is expanding digital infrastructure, enhancing information security, building an innovation ecosystem, implementing AI programs, and developing open data platforms. These are fundamental foundations for driving breakthrough digital economic development in Ho Chi Minh City.

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